French Restaurants

Entering Boulevard’s doors is like stepping inside of a Toulouse-Lautrec painting. With its elegant mosaics, stylized wood accents, and softly glowing atmosphere, designer Pat Kuleto has captured the romance of the iconic Parisian bistro, elevating the historic building to the heights of its period artistry. Chef Nancy Oake’s culinary creations are themselves works of art. Each French-influenced dish is like a sculpture, consisting of layered components in a delicate balance of color and flavor that is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the taste buds. Dripping with Belle Époque glamour and the flowery beauty of Art Nouveau, …

Since its opening in 1994, Thomas Keller’s The French Laundry has brought a small piece of the French country side to Northern California. The French Laundry’s philosophy is to have guests experience an emotional journey as they dine. The staff strives to leave the guest’s palate at the very height of pleasure and curiosity wherein patrons are surprised and riveted by the culinary experience and creativity with which they are presented. It is for this reason that Thomas Keller’s team crafts 2 new menus daily: a chef’s tasting menu and a vegetable tasting one. Each is a pre fixe menu …

Bouchon of Yountville comes from the family of Thomas Keller Restaurants and strives to bring the French tradition of cozy, family owned bistros to the area. A dark, intimate interior starts diners off on their quest for traditional French cuisine as they are given a menu that consists of classic dishes. A list of Fruits de Mer, Caviar, and other Hors D’Oeuvres guide guests through a beginning course, leading up to the stars of the meal: Les Plats Principaux. This section of the menu features the French bistro classic, Steak Frites, as well as traditional entrees like Croque Madame and …

Commis’ cuisine strives to combine the classic and traditional with the modern and refreshing. The restaurant’s seasonally changing menu achieves this goal by infusing balance and ambition into each of its dishes. Located in Oakland, Commis sits central to most areas of San Francisco, allowing a variety of clientele to experience this chef’s new avant-garde vision. Commis creates this distinctive perspective by combining ingredients that come together in an almost unexpected harmony.

Gourmet French cuisine can often come with many rules of decorum that don't always make for a straightforward dining experience. At Isa in the Marina district, diners can experience a variety of expertly prepared Cal French dishes that are as simple and to the point as the restaurant itself. Founded by prodigious Chef Luke Sung, Isa displays the cook's knowledge of traditional French cuisine by utilizing fresh and simple ingredients to create meals that don't struggle to impress. Whether it is seafood, poultry, vegetables, or even broth, Isa creates culinary masterpieces that will tantalize the taste buds without incorporating outlandish …

Chevalier is named after its owner and chef, who was born, raised, and trained in France. The French influence is evident in every dish that finds its way from the kitchen to your table. A three-course prix fixe menu gives diners the option of trying their choice of appetizer, entrée, and dessert from a select list, while the a la carte menu offers a little more wiggle room. Specials are available nightly in addition to the varied list of Plat Principaux, which includes selections such as classic Boeuf Bourguignon and Magret de Canette a l’Orange, a roasted young duck hen …

A Financial District lunchtime favorite, Chez Fayala has a wide breadth of options for those in search of a mid-day bite to eat. The menu includes an ample number of options to please nearly any palate. There are nearly a dozen sandwiches on offer, all of which are served with the choice of either organic mixed greens or Caesar salad. If you crave something on the lighter side, there are seven entrée salads to choose from, as well as a pay-by-the-pound salad bar. Also featured are daily specials, providing a fresh variety of dishes from Chicken Linguine with Hazelnut Pesto …

La Boulange is a recreation of Authentic French-styled bakeries located all around San Francisco. By taking the French traditions of their mother bakery on Pine Street and mixing that by offering a location that serves brunch and lunch, La Boulange creates a authentic, warm and welcoming environment that guests can get lost in their whimsical French atmosphere. The chefs at each location delicious sandwiches, burgers, salads, and brunch options offered throughout the day. In addition to their already vast selctions, La Boulange monthly dishes and sweets that utilizes seasonal ingredients in and around the San Francisco area.

In a world that is constantly changing, Café Des Amis prides themselves in offering a timeless Parisian setting in SF. Their establishment transports guest to back to old Paris to its “Café Des Amis” painted sign above their restaurant from its sophisticated dishes that reflect the tastes and flavors of the local neighborhood mixed with French cuisine. For large parties, Café Des Amis offers a Private Dining Room. French inspired, Café Des Amis Private Room transports large parties to a time of lavish meals and sensual cocktails. Up to 40 to 50 guests, their Private Room surrounds large parties in …

La Boulange is a recreation of Authentic French-styled bakeries located all around San Francisco. By taking the French traditions of their mother bakery on Pine Street and mixing that by offering a location that serves brunch and lunch, La Boulange creates a authentic, warm and welcoming environment that guests can get lost in their whimsical French atmosphere. The chefs at each location delicious sandwiches, burgers, salads, and brunch options offered throughout the day. In addition to their already vast selctions, La Boulange monthly dishes and sweets that utilizes seasonal ingredients in and around the San Francisco area.

La Boulange is a recreation of Authentic French-styled bakeries located all around San Francisco. By taking the French traditions of their mother bakery on Pine Street and mixing that by offering a location that serves brunch and lunch, La Boulange creates a authentic, warm and welcoming environment that guests can get lost in their whimsical French atmosphere. The chefs at each location delicious sandwiches, burgers, salads, and brunch options offered throughout the day. In addition to their already vast selctions, La Boulange monthly dishes and sweets that utilizes seasonal ingredients in and around the San Francisco area.

Fleur de Sel is a delicatessen that focuses on providing customers with natural, organic gourmet breakfast and well prepared meals. To go along with their organic and natural philosophy, Fleur de Sel supports local farmers, sustainable agriculture, and fair trade market products. Fleur de Sel ethos attracts all the natural foodies not only because of their stances on sustainable agricultural, but their food also attracts them to come back for more.

If you’re looking for a romantic setting that serves delicious French cuisine, head over to Baker Street Bistro. Open since 1991 and named after the streets it’s located on, Baker Street Bistro offers exquisite French cuisine in a lovely setting. Its outside is decorated with hanging lights to intensify the romantic setting and its stone wall outer foundation transports guest to France with its authenticity. Just as their establishment mimics that of a bistro from France, their entrees are comparable to those in France as well. Chef Danel cooks up world class dishes like Moules Provencale and Pain Perdu: Baker …

Located in Cow Hollow, The Matterhorn Swiss Restaurant brings the best of Switzerland right in their establishment. Matterhorn Swiss serves a beautifully crafted menu that features Fondue and an extensive wine selection for wine lovers to enjoy. Their interior is designed with handcrafted wood panel décor that is elegant yet cozy that transports you to a large log cabin in the Swiss Alps. With impeccable service, The Matterhorn Swiss Restaurant is a great eatery that people will have fun and enjoy Swiss cuisine.

While on vacation in the United States, Laurent Legendre visited the great city of San Francisco and feel in love with the city. So in July of 2007, Lengendre opened his own restaurant in Glen Park and named it Le P’tit Laurent. Serving exquisite French cuisine, Le P’tit Laurent rustic style décor and French artwork easily transport guests to the side streets of Paris, France. In addition, their entrees are a twist of classic country style French cuisine and head chefs Julio Caceres own culinary ethos. His impressive entrees are fresh and daring that attracts guest and the regulars to …

Chambers Eat + Drink is a restaurant and lounge inside San Francisco’s iconic rock n’ roll hotel, the Phoenix, and provides a menu, décor, and ambiance that is both chic and full of substance. Executive Chef Trevor Ogden—formerly from Mission Beach Café and Umami—has constructed a menu that is laden with seasonal entrees derived from California with influences from Japan, the Mediterranean and France. Examples are the Sizzling Kobe Tri-Tip and the Lamb Saddle—English peas, Israeli couscous, baby white carrots, chard leeks, pea tendrils and lamb jus. The menu complements the aesthetics, providing scenery that is modern with two indoor …

In great works of art, every element placed on the canvas is intentional. At Le Papillon, located at Saratoga Avenue and Kiely Boulevard in San Jose, food and art go hand in hand. Le Papillon’s take on modern French cuisine includes fresh and colorful plates with a focus on local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. Each item is precisely arranged on the plate to create eye-catching, edible art. The chefs at Le Papillon preserve the integrity of their ingredients by creating food that stays true to every component. The Truffled Hamachi Tartar appetizer is a cylinder of fresh fish accented with …

At Avanti Restaurant, we have been committed to the local food culture since 2019. We serve you organic vegetables, sustainable seafood, pasture-raised meats and poultry, organic milk, butter and eggs, locally roasted coffee, and house-made desserts. We have a full bar featuring seasonal cocktails and a variety of spirits.

Gitane is located on quiet Claude Lane between the Financial District and Union Square. Gitane has eclectic yet comfortable furnishings that create a romantic dining experience. The menu focuses on the range of cuisines from the Iberian Peninsula, which stretches from southern France through Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. In addition to the foods of Iberia, the bar at Gitane has made a specialty of the Sherries of Spain and Portugal. The staff is well-versed in both the food and spirits of the region and Gitane is a relaxing choice for a taste of Iberia in an eclectic and festive space.

Named after one of the Basque region’s signature dishes, Piperade combines accomplished Chef Gerald Hirigoyen’s robust and unique native cuisine with the Bay Area’s fresh and bustling vibe. Nestled between Telegraph Hill and the Financial District, this warm, chic restaurant attracts a lively crowd. Piperade’s menu focuses on fresh, savory seafood and gourmet touches, and even offers daily prix fixe lunch specials. The Cold Poached Foie Gras with black pepper, sea salt and apple compote as well as the Piperade with sautéed serrano ham and poached egg are promising selections that make this menu stand apart. With an inviting outdoor …